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Lumentum hits strong demand amid AI data center growth, may be undervalued with $40 EPS target by 2028

Analyst Insights
09 Oct 2026
Seeking Alpha
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Bullish
Lumentum hits strong demand amid AI data center growth, may be undervalued with $40 EPS target by 2028

Lumentum is experiencing a surge in demand driven by high-speed optical networking's critical role in AI data centers, facing supply shortages for some products through next year. This demand-supply gap supports higher profit margins through fiscal 2028. Management aims for $40 adjusted earnings per share by 2028, and strong order flow suggests the stock could be undervalued if execution succeeds. While near-term gains may be limited until 2027 financial results confirm growth, the outlook for a significant breakout looks promising.

Lumentum's stock price on Pluang reached USD 1,112.99 as of Oct 10, 2026, showing a strong 6.14% increase in one day. The company holds a substantial market cap of $94.99 billion, reflecting significant investor interest. Order activity on Pluang is slightly tilted towards buying at 54%, indicating cautious optimism among traders.

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